The Take
Broccoli Cheddar earns a Slop Score of 71. It fails the healthy test outright because real broccoli gets buried under processed cheddar, corn starch, and a parade of stabilizers.
The product plays veggie LARP for status but the ingredient deck screams ultra-processed shortcut, not grandma's soup.
The Verdict
Skip the can every time. The 71 Slop Score confirms Broccoli Cheddar is dairy coma in a bowl with gut regret and ancestors filing complaints.
Buy sharp cheddar block and fresh broccoli. Steam and melt your own for actual flavor without the sludge.
Common Questions
Is Broccoli Cheddar ultra-processed?
Yes. EWG flags it as unhealthy ultra-processed with NOVA 4 ingredients including multiple dairy derivatives and thickeners.
What is a healthier alternative to Broccoli Cheddar?
Steam fresh broccoli florets and melt a block of sharp cheddar with minimal stock. No stabilizers required.
Why does Broccoli Cheddar list so many additives?
Industrial production needs corn starch, sodium citrate, lactic acid and nisin to mimic homemade texture and shelf life.
